Senior Operations Manager

As the Senior Operations Manager of the Paint Plant, you will be responsible for the safe, and efficient output of the solvent and water base manufacturing plants. You will encompass Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS), production, quality control, continuous improvement, maintenance and engineering, and receiving and shipping within the resin operation. Additionally, the Production Manager ensures efficient execution of roadmap projects and is a necessary member of the Client's Delaware leadership team.

This role will guide quality assurance and process improvement projects within the paint operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in EHS protocols, ensuring compliance with all regulations and promoting a culture of safety.
• Use quality methods, Lean, Six Sigma, and other tools to improve production flow, enhance quality, and increase cost effectiveness.
• Set up and lead team actions aimed at continuous improvement.
• Foster engagement among associates provides development opportunities to enhance team capabilities.
• Support and coordinate with the HR Manager to manage the relationship with the union workforce.
• Guide the implementation of the plant's future state roadmap to achieve strategic goals.
• Collaborate and support supply chain activities for the site, including inventory management, logistics, and procurement.
• Communicate with all supporting functions to ensure understanding and support of operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or chemistry.
• Minimum of 10 years of industrial management experience in paint or chemical manufacturing.
• Lean and Six Sigma Black or Green Belt (preferred).
• Project management skills.